School Based Mental Health Therapist -Howard County

School Based Mental Health Therapist 📍 Location: Howard County, Maryland🎓License Requirements: LCSW-C/LMSW/LCPC/LGPC💰 Compensation: Fee for Service ⏰ Schedule: Part-Time/Full-Time (7am-4pm)Who We Are:We all walk around with an invisible backpack. It carries our emotional experiences, traumas, and unresolved feelings. Similar to a physical backpack, it can become heavy and burdensome when filled with too many items - We created Backpack Healthcare to help lighten the load.At Backpack Healthcare, we're re-imagining mental health care for children, teens, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned company, our mission is simple: when clinicians thrive, kids thrive. At Backpack Healthcare, we're not just offering a job—we're offering purpose, flexibility, and the chance to change lives every day. If you're ready to be part of a collaborative, empowering, and innovative mental health movement, join our team and make a real impact by breaking barriers and healing young minds. What You'll Do:As a School Counselor, you'll serve as a trusted mental health professional for students across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Responsibilities include:Delivering on-site, school-based therapy services to students during school hoursOffering telehealth sessions (optional) to supplement caseload or allow for early onboardingConducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plansCollaborating with school staff, families, and the Backpack clinical teamMaintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EHRParticipating in supervision (if pre-licensed) and team case consultsWhat We Are Looking For: A Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related fieldActive Maryland license: LCSW-C/LMSW/LCPC/LGPCExperience working with youth in schools, outpatient, or virtual settingsStrong clinical skills in individual and family therapyCultural competence and a trauma-informed care approachPassion for making mental health more accessible to kids and teensHow We Support You:📚 Growth & Education – CEU reimbursement- up to $300/annually, free clinical supervision, and advancement opportunities💜 Supportive & Fun Team Culture – Be apart of a community of clinicians & operators💰Competitive BenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision InsurancePTO & Company paid holidays401(k) 3% company ,matchEmployee assistance programBackpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.